NCEM -- Higher Challenge Wilderness Adventures

NCEM: What in the World Are We Doing to Reach Canada's First Peoples

When you think of Higher Challenge, lots of things come to mind: sailing across Nipew Lake with 10 canoes tied together, long portages, trying to catch a pancake for breakfast, arm wrestling, Slaps or Capture the Flag. Hiking a mountain ridge with a heavy pack and drinking from a crystal clean stream coming right out of the rock.

Campfires, stories, singing, food -- simple things. And best of all, the friends you make, because in Higher Challenge we do things together -- and we never quit.

At the end of the summer, when you see the geese flying, you have the urge to find a a canoe, to load your packs and continue the adventure. Higher Challenge is so much more than a camp -- it is an unforgettable life experience -- and it's happening again this summer. Come join us!

Since 1993, Higher Challenge has been offering northern teens unique out-tripping adventures in northern Saskatchewan and western Alberta. Operated by Northern Canada Evangelical Mission (NCEM), it is the goal of HCWA to offer camps that stretch the whole person -- physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. In a program led by trained, experienced Christian leaders, God is presented as a personal God whose plan and purpose for all races, ages and cultures is given in the Bible and demonstrated by His Son, Jesus Christ.

With safety as the governing principle, fear is faced and conquered and lifetime skills are developed as team members find the freedom to try and succeed in a program geared for success. All food and camp equipment is provided -- the camper only needs to bring clothing and personal gear.

HCWA activities may include backpacking, canoe tripping, white-water paddling, rock climbing and rappel, survival training and lots of other great activities, all done in some of the best country God has made!

If you are ready for a summer with an edge -- if you want to get "unbored" -- apply soon to HCWA ... space is limited! HCWA are coed camps for teens 13-19.

2008 Summer Camp Schedule

Churchill River 1

July 2-9 -- A great camp to learn canoeing skills and have lots of fun in the best canoe country in Saskatchewan. This trip will run for 8 days, originating at Timber Bay -- be there! Fee: $250

Churchill River 2

July 14-21 -- Another great canoe camp a bit more physically challenging than Camp 1. This is a camp for those who want to get physical and build confidence -- also in the Churchill wilderness. Fee: $250

Ultimate Challenge Alberta Mountain Camp

July 25-August 5 -- "Ultimate" is a big 12-day mountain camp which we hope to have this year in the wild country west of Nordegg, Alberta. Because of the nature of this camp, we are looking for experienced campers who can handle the rigors of an extended backpacking trip in the boonies. We reserve the right to screen applicants. This is ridge walking country, so we'll be "Rocky Mountain High" as we see some amazing things the Creator has made. This trip may include some river paddling and paintball. Fee: $350

Application Form

To download Higher Challenge Camper Application Form (pdf), Click Here.

For More Information, write or call:

Tom Cnossen
5110 - 65 Ave., Ponoka, AB T4J 1E2
Phone: 403-704-1021
Fax: 403-704-1537
Email: cnossen@telus.net